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Frankfurt am Main: 18 November 2025

Tuesday 18 November 2025: The reading rooms of the German National Library in Frankfurt am Main will open at 13:00 due to a staff assembly. The exhibitions of the German Exile Archive 1933–1945 will be open from 9:00 to 21:30.

Leipzig: 19 November 2025

Wednesday, 19 November 2025: The German National Library in Leipzig will be closed due to a holiday. The exhibitions of the German Museum of Books and Writing will open from 10:00 to 18:00.

Preserving memories, understanding history, combating antisemitism and strengthening democracy in the present day – these are the Exile Archive's key concerns. We are a place for learning and against oblivion. Our extensive educational programme makes experiences of flight and exile during the National Socialist era accessible to a variety of target groups: for school classes, students, multipliers in the fields of education, culture and society, and the interested general public.

Our educational work promotes critical thinking and empathy while encouraging participants to approach history from multiple perspectives. Participative formats inspire them to reflect on their own beliefs and social responsibility while laying the foundations for an open, democratic culture of remembrance.

Our events are free of charge and usually take place from Monday to Friday at the Frankfurt location of the German National Library.

Please use our contact form for enquiries.

We are also happy to advise you by telephone at: +49 69 1525-1987

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